Per the Celsius WG Herbicide product label, weed control is more rapid when soil temperatures are above 65 degrees
Yes, Celsius WG Herbicide is labeled for signal grass and can be used in St. Augustine grass.
According to the Celsius product label written by the manufacturers: This product has been tested and can be used on the following types of turfgrass and their cultivars:
St. Augustinegrass including Floratam, Palmetto, Bitter Blue, Common, Amerishade, Raleigh, Sapphire, Delmar, Captiva. When used as directed on the product label, Celsius should not cause damage to established St Augustine grasses.
Over mixing Celsius WG Herbicide could harm your lawn. We would recommend contacting Bayer directly to see what can be done if anything to minimize this. They can be reached at 800-331-2867.
Celsius WG Herbicide is labeled for post-emergent applications for the eradication of field sandburs/sticker burs. We recommend also to make sure there is an adequate amount of water being applied to your turf as sometimes lack of water can cause sticker bur. Please make sure to follow the product label for application.
Celsius WG Herbicide is not labeled for eradication of Poa Annua. Depending on your lawn type Certainty would be a better option.
Which herbicide is best for your needs will depend on several factors, including the type of turfgrass you have (Atrazine is for use only on Centipede and St. Augustine), the specific weeds you are targeting, and how large of an area you are treating. If you would like to provide some more details, then we are happy to make a product recommendation for you. Keep in mind that you do not want to apply post-emergent herbicides if your warm-season turfgrass is under stress from cold.
For certain weeds, a second application of Celsius WG Herbicide can be made 2-4 weeks after the initial application may be needed for complete weed control. Total amount of product applied in a calendar year (365 days) must not exceed 7.4 oz (210 g) of product per acre.
Celsius can be used for Virginia buttonweed, but it is best to apply when temperatures are below 85 degress in order to avoid damaging your turf. If your temperatures reach above 90 during the day, apply in the morning or evening when it is cooler.
Celsius WG Herbicide is not labeled to actually kill ryegrass, only states on the label to not apply to perennial rye. The coming summer heat will kill ryegrass though
No, Celsius WG Herbicide cannot be used in pastures.
The best time to use Celsius WG Herbicide or any other herbicide will depend on where you are treating and the specific type(s) of weeds you need to treat. Most post-emergent herbicides will be most effective when the target weeds are young actively growing. If you need help with identification or determining the best time to apply, you can call your local cooperative extension office and ask to speak to the master gardener on staff and he/she should be able to help you.
Ornamentals may be sensitive to Celsius and since it is not labeled for use on ornamentals, it is best to try and avoid spraying them. Do not plant ornamentals or bedding plants in treated bare areas for at least 30 days after the last application of the product.
In general the Celsius WG Herbicide is safe for people and pets so long as you keep them out of the area while applying the chemical, and until the product has had plenty of time to dry (normally a few hours). If your cat has any sensitivities we would recommend consulting your vet, otherwise the cat should be safe to eat the grass as long as its dry.
Celsius WG Herbicide in combination with Revolver Herbicide (2 fl oz per gallon) and methylated seed oil at 1% applied as a spot treatment in late summer or early fall will suppress and/or control dallisgrass. Applications made sooner may not be effective. Certainty Herbicide - 1.25 oz. bottle will suppress Dallis grass. Per the product label: For suppression of Dallis grass in Bermuda apply this product at a rate of 1.25 oz per acre in a tank mix with 2lbs MSMA per acre and .25 oz Non Ionic Surfactant. Re apply same tank mix 2-4 weeks after initial application. Barricade 65WG would be an excellent pre-emergent product choice to treat dallisgrass (Paspalum). Please be sure to confirm the application rates and safety for your desired turf species on each product label prior to application.
Yes, Celsius WG Herbicide is labeled to control Dallisgrass and it can safely be applied to Bermuda turf.
Yes, Celsius WG Herbicide is labeled to eliminate spurge. Please see the product label for proper use instructions.